Bidspirit auction | Pair of Oversized Chippendale Armchairs

Pair of Oversized Chippendale Armchairs - Impressive pair of oversized mahogany armchairs in Chippendale style, each with an elaborate pierced splat featuring interlaced scrollwork, Gothic quatrefoil, and foliate carving. The shpaed crest rail terminates in scrolling ears above molded stiles, while the arms are boldly scrolled and rest on substantial supports. Seats are upholstered in red diamond-pattern fabric, raised on cabriole legs with acanthus-carved knees and ending in ball-and-claw feet, with carved shell motfis cetnered on the seat rails. Large-scale proportions lend these chairs a commanding presence, ideal for use as hall or host chairs. 48 in. H, 28 in. W, 14 in. D